Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
3+ years developing and deploying ML models for audio applications
Strong proficiency in C++ and Python
Experience with ML frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch
Familiarity with large, complex codebases
Experience with Embedded Linux
U.S. Citizenship required; active security clearance preferred.
Responsibilities
Own and train audio models for edge devices
Ensure models operate as expected and meet customer requirements
Apply machine learning techniques to real-world applications
Drive advancements in the latest edge AI devices
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate models
Monitor and optimize model performance after deployment
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical plan options with most costs covered for employees and families
Company-paid dental PPO coverage, including orthodontia
Company-paid vision PPO coverage from MetLife / VSP
Company-paid life insurance at 3 times your salary, up to $1,000,000
Company-paid short and long-term disability coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
401(k) retirement plan with investment options
Access to an Employee Assistance Program and additional voluntary benefits.
Full Job Description
Summary Description:
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will own and train audio models to run on edge devices. You will be responsible for ensuring the models run to spec and meet the customer needs. Ultimately, you will get the opportunity to apply machine learning in real world applications and see your work driving the latest edge AI devices.
Requirements
Qualifications, Education, and Experience Required:
Bachelors Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field or equivalent experience
3+ years developing and deploying ML models for audio applications.
Strong C++ and Python experience.
Experience with ML frameworks (e.g. TensorFlow, PyTorch).
Experience working in large, complex codebases.
Experience with Embedded Linux.
U.S. Citizen required. Active security clearance or eligibility to get one is preferred.
Benefits
Benefits Summary:
Medical: Several plan options including PPO and HSA-compatible plans from Anthem Blue Cross, most of which are 100% paid by Syntiant Corp. for you and your family.
Dental: Company-paid dental PPO coverage from MetLife, including coverage for Orthodontia.
Vision: Company-paid vision PPO coverage from MetLife / VSP.
Life Insurance / AD&D: Company-paid basic Life / AD&D coverage in the amount of 3x your salary (up to $1,000,000). Additional supplemental life insurance with low group rates is available for yourself and your family.
Disability Coverage: Company-paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability coverage provides up to 60% income replacement protection.
Spending and Savings Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA) benefits for Health Care and Dependent Care. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) for those enrolled in a qualified Medical plan.
401K Retirement Plan: Administered by Empower, the 401(k) plan allows you to plan for your future by investing a portion of each paycheck.
Other Benefits: A company-provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP), as well as access to additional voluntary benefits including Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal Support, and Identity Fraud Protection.
One element in our total compensation package is base pay. The starting base pay for this role is targeted to be between $160,000 - $190,000. Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to previous experience and skills acquired prior to joining Syntiant, cost of living in the assigned work location, assigned schedule, and salaries of similarly situated peers at the company. It is to be expected that candidates will come to us with different sets of skills and experiences and therefore will be paid at different points in the stated range. We recognize that the person(s) we select for hire may be less experienced or more experienced than the role as posted; if this is the case, any updates to available salary ranges will be communicated with candidates during the recruitment process.
About Syntiant
Syntiant is a semiconductor company that develops low-power artificial intelligence (AI) processors for edge devices. The company's products include the Syntiant NDP100 and Syntiant NDP101 chips, which are designed for use in voice-controlled devices, wearables, and other battery-powered devices. Syntiant was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in Irvine, California.
